IMPASS

A research project that has investigated and helped mitigate the impact of COVID -19 Pandemic on people with severe mental illnesses.

[Zafar Mirza @zfrmrza]

<528> This episode of Sehatmand Pakistan at HUM News TV addresses the important correlation between physical and mental health and the need to have a holistic and integrated approach to health. It is an ignored and important area. https://t.co/2t3pyD6l8Z

[IMPASS @impassproject]

Survey found that financial concerns were major contributors to the increased risk. These findings highlight the need for support for vulnerable population during times of economic hardship to mitigate the negative impact on #mentalhealth.

@Pakistanimpact @IMPACT_NIHR @kamsid66

[IMPASS @impassproject]

The #pandemic has triggered a surge in #mentalhealth concerns, with income, food access, employment, & physical health. These concerns have now led to a rise in severe mental illness, according to the #IMPASS's survey.

@Pakistanimpact @IMPACT_NIHR @kamsid66 @arkfoundation1

[IMPASS @impassproject]

Survey reveals the link between #smoking, physical health conditions, & depression. Results show that individuals who smoke & have a physical health condition, experience symptoms of depression, highlighting the need for integrated care for both physical and #mentalhealth.

[IMPASS @impassproject]

#IMPASS Rounds: Tracking the Impact of #COVID-19 on Severe Mental Illness. In a cohort of 922 individuals with severe mental illness, IMPASS conducted 6 rounds of follow-up surveys to understand the effects of the pandemic.

@Pakistanimpact @IMPACT_NIHR @kamsid66 @arkfoundation1

[IMPASS @impassproject]

#IMPASS survey sheds light on the characteristics of people with severe mental illness. These findings provide valuable insights into this often-neglected group's needs & can inform policies aimed at improving their mental health outcomes.

@Pakistanimpact @IMPACT_NIHR @kamsid66

[IMPASS @impassproject]

#IMPASS hosted a successful workshop on SPSS at PASTIC, equipping researchers with essential data analysis skills. Participants learned valuable research tools and techniques for effective data analysis, enabling them to produce meaningful insights.

@theinitiativepk @Kamsid66

[David McDaid @dmcdaid]

Dr Zafar Mirza @zfrmrza former Special Assistant to Prime Minister for Health in Pakistan illustrates how support from President was catalyst for introduction school mental health programs in 2 provinces (including Punjab) & plans to cover all provinces #GRIPaP @impassproject

[رُباب @ayesha_rubab]

A very comprehensive Zoom workshop with @zfrmrza happening now, as he shares insights on linking research to policy practice.

#GRIPaP @theinitiativepk @Pakistanimpact

[IMPASS @impassproject]

.@zfrmrza shares the case study of the School Mental Health Program and how he shared his insights with the Prime Minister, leading to the development of the President's program on mental health.

@GRIPaP @theinitiativepk

[IMPASS @impassproject]

A exclusive Zoom workshop with @zfrmrza, former Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Health, as he shares insights on understanding public policy and linking research to policy practice.

#GRIPaP @theinitiativepk

[IMPASS @impassproject]

.@zfrmrza also shares the case study on the Prohibition of Smoking and Protection of Non-Smokers Health Ordinance 2002, shedding light on the harmful effects of passive smoking on non-smokers and the importance of protecting their health.

#GRIPaP @theinitiativepk

[The Initiative @theinitiativepk]

An important point from the GRIPaP workshop that "Mental health policy should be a subset of a health policy".
#GRIPaP @impassproject

[Midhat Farzeen @MidhatFarzeen]

Happening now. Transforming research into policy and practice.
@zfrmrza @impassproject #GRIPaP